Sodium polystyrene sulfonate induced intestinal necrosis; a case report

ConclusionSPS is commonly used to decrease potassium levels. SPS has been reported to be associated with several gastrointestinal complications. FDA issued warning against the use of SPS in patients at risk for complications. Here we report a case with SPS induced colonic necrosis in the absence of risk factors reported in the literature.
Source: Saudi Pharmaceutical Journal - Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: research